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A top-down shot of the glossy cheesecake cream coating fresh tropical fruits in a white bowl. (Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad)

Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad: The Ultimate Creamy Tropical Fruit Dessert

A luxurious Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad featuring a thick, creamy cheesecake whipped topping folded with fresh pineapple, strawberries, kiwi half-moons, and whole raspberries for a vibrant tropical treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Dessert, Salad
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese 225g, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar 100g
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 5ml
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping 225ml, stabilized (like Cool Whip) or whipped heavy cream
  • 2 cups Fresh Pineapple Chunks 330g, golden yellow
  • 1 lb Strawberries 450g, sliced
  • 3 large Kiwis peeled and sliced into half-moons
  • 6 oz Fresh Raspberries 170g, whole
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Hand Mixer Used to whip the cheesecake base to a glossy finish.
  • 1 Large Ceramic Bowl Keeps ingredients cool during assembly.
  • 1 Silicone Spatula Essential for gentle folding of the fruit.

Method
 

Make the Cheesecake Base
  1. In a large ceramic bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
  2. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, beating on medium speed until the mixture is glossy and sugar is dissolved.
  3. Using a silicone spatula, gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is uniform and thick.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Add the pineapple chunks, sliced strawberries, and kiwi half-moons to the cream; fold gently until coated.
  2. Carefully add the whole raspberries and fold only twice to avoid bruising the delicate fruit.
  3. Top with a fresh mint sprig and serve immediately or chill for 1 hour.

Notes

Always pat your fresh fruit dry with a paper towel before adding it to the cream to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
For a tangier flavor, add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture.